Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger?
A) Have a couple of beers and watch TV to take your mind off the issue.
B) Avoid all situations that provoke anger.
C) Pound on something soft, like a pillow.
D) Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others.
Which of the following statements regarding stress and hair loss is NOT true?
A) Stress may cause hair to fall out in clumps.
B) Stress-related hair loss can occur in both men and women.
C) The most common type of stress-induced hair loss is telogen effluvium.
D) Stress-induced hair loss occurs when colonies of hair are pushed into an active phase.
To manage stress, the first step is to
A) control your emotional responses.
B) choose to ignore the stressors in your life.
C) determine which stressors can be reduced or eliminated.
D) identify and assess the stressors in your life.
Cortisol contributes to weight gain by
A) increasing testosterone production.
B) increasing hunger and activating fat storage enzymes.
C) increasing thirst for sweet beverages.
D) stimulating cravings for healthy foods such as vegetables.
To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful?
A) getting more sleep and down time
B) a regimen of energy-boosting supplements
C) increasing alcohol intake to promote relaxation
D) broadening one's social support system
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